Full Uzbekistan: In the Footsteps of Our Ancestors, the Heart of the Silk Road Route

After meeting with your guide at Istanbul Airport International Terminal, we fly to Urgench with Turkish Airlines scheduled flight after your baggage and ticket procedures at the Turkish Airlines counter. Upon arrival, we transfer to Khiva, one of the most impressive cities in Central Asia, with our vehicle waiting for us. Upon our arrival, we start our city tour to explore Khiva. First, we enter the Itchan Kala, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, resembling an open-air museum with its high walls, narrow streets, madrasas, mosques, palaces, and traditional adobe structures. This area, which forms the historical core of Khiva, houses important examples of Central Asian Islamic architecture together. Continuing our trip, we see Kunya Ark (Old Fortress), which was used as the administrative and living center of Khiva khans and reflects the political history of the city with its courtyards and traditional architecture. Then, we visit the Juma Mosque, one of the most important religious structures of Khiva, with its columns that attract attention with their woodwork and its unique interior atmosphere. Afterwards, we see the Islam Khoja Madrasa, which stands out with its elegant tile decorations, and the Islam Khoja Minaret, one of the most prominent structures of the Khiva silhouette. We continue our tour with the Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasa, which was built in the 19th century and is one of the most magnificent educational structures of Khiva. Then, we see the Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasa, which attracts attention with its rich facade decorations and traditional courtyard architecture, and the Shergazi Khan Madrasa, which reflects Khiva's deep-rooted religious education tradition. These madrasas are among the most important architectural elements that make up the historical texture of Itchan Kala. Continuing our trip, we visit the Tash Hovli Palace, one of the most impressive examples of 19th-century Khiva palace architecture, which attracts attention with its courtyards and rich decorative details. Then, we see the Tash Caravanserai, which bears the traces of the city's commercial history on the Silk Road, and the Allakuli Khan Madrasa, which stands out with its magnificent portal and tile workmanship. In the last part of our tour, we see the Pahlavan Darvaza Gate, one of the historical entrances of Itchan Kala, and complete our trip among the characteristic walls of Khiva, where caravans and travelers have passed for centuries. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we set off for Bukhara. After a pleasant journey on the ancient Silk Road route of Central Asia, we arrive in Bukhara. Free time will be offered upon arrival, and our guests will be able to make their first discoveries in this historical city individually. Transfer to our hotel in the evening and free time afterwards. Overnight at our hotel.

After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we start our city tour to explore the historical and cultural heritage of Bukhara. Our first stop will be the Ark Fortress, one of the most important symbols of the city with its magnificent walls and monumental structure, which was used as the administrative center and residence of Bukhara khans for centuries. Then, we move to the Poi Kalyan Complex, which reflects the religious and architectural identity of Bukhara in the strongest way. Within the complex, we see the magnificent Kalyan Minaret, which dominates the city's silhouette, the Kalyan Mosque with its large courtyard and elegant architecture, and the Mir-i Arab Madrasa, one of the most important Islamic education centers in Central Asia. Continuing our trip, we move to the Nadir Divan-Beghi Madrasa, which attracts attention with its elegant facade and traditional Central Asian architecture. Afterwards, we see the Lyabi-Hauz Complex, one of the most characteristic meeting points of Bukhara with its historical structures surrounding it, trees under whose shade one can rest, and its calm atmosphere. Then, we visit the Magok-i-Attari Mosque, which dates back centuries, carries the architectural traces of different periods together, and is considered one of the oldest religious structures in Bukhara. In the last part of our tour, we go to the Naqshbandi Mausoleum, built in memory of Baha-ud-Din Naqshband, the founder of the Naqshbandi order and one of the important mystics of the Islamic world. After the trip we will make in this sacred area, which is one of the most important visiting points of Bukhara with its spiritual atmosphere and historical importance, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

After breakfast in the morning, we transfer to the Bukhara train station to take the High-Speed Train to Samarkand. Upon our arrival, we start our Samarkand city tour. Our first stop will be Registan Square, one of the most magnificent squares in Central Asia. The first of the three monumental madrasas surrounding the square is the Ulugh Beg Madrasa, which was built in the 15th century during the Ulugh Beg period and became one of the important science and education centers of the period. Then, we see the Sher-Dor Madrasa, known for the remarkable lion figures on its entrance facade and rich mosaic decorations, and the Tilla-Kari Madrasa, which stands out with its magnificent interior decoration and decorations in blue and gold tones. The unique architectural integrity created by these three madrasas makes Registan Square one of the strongest symbols of Samarkand. Continuing our trip, we move to the Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, where the tombs of Emir Timur, the founder of the Timurid Empire, and members of the dynasty are located. The mausoleum, which is one of the most distinguished examples of 15th-century Timurid architecture, attracts attention with its high entrance portal, turquoise fluted dome, tile and mosaic decorations, and magnificent interior decoration. This monumental structure, where the tombs of Ulugh Beg and other members of the dynasty are located along with Emir Timur, is one of the structures that best reflects the historical heritage of Samarkand. After our trip, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

After breakfast at our hotel, we continue our Samarkand city tour. First, we visit the Bibi-Khanym Mosque, one of the most magnificent structures of the Timurid era, which stands out among the iconic landmarks of Samarkand with its massive entrance gate, spacious courtyard, and impressive architecture. Then, we proceed to the Shah-i-Zinda Complex, a collection of monumental mausoleums adorned with blue and turquoise tiles, representing one of the finest examples of elegant Timurid architecture. Continuing our tour, we see the Ulugh Beg Observatory, established in the 15th century by the astronomer and ruler Ulugh Beg, which sheds light on the scientific studies of that period. Afterwards, we visit a special paper workshop where paper is still produced using traditional methods, and we learn about the centuries-old paper production tradition of Samarkand. Then, we have the opportunity to observe the production stages closely at a hand-woven carpet factory, where patterns and colors unique to the region are masterfully crafted. As our tour continues, we visit the Mausoleum of Prophet Daniel, revered by different faiths and cultures. Afterwards, we proceed to the Afrasiyab Museum, where archaeological findings reflecting the ancient history of Samarkand and the famous Afrasiyab wall paintings are exhibited. In the final part of the day, we provide free time at the Siyob Bazaar, one of the most colorful spots in the city with its fresh fruits, nuts, spices, traditional products, and lively local atmosphere. Following our excursion, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

After a packed breakfast at our hotel, we transfer to the airport early in the morning. We depart for Istanbul via a Turkish Airlines scheduled flight. Upon our arrival in Istanbul, our unforgettable Uzbekistan tour comes to an end.